CEO address: culture, community, change
Maree Sidey, CEO Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 29 May 2026
At the recent Philanthropy Australia State of Philanthropy Insight Series, CEO Maree Sidey challenged our sector to critically examine how we write a new story of Australian generosity and mobilise a culture and movement of giving. Read her speech in full.
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From giving to partnering: reshaping philanthropy with Indigenous communities
Allison Harding
Fri, 29 May 2026
A groundbreaking research paper is inviting philanthropists to reimagine how they listen, walk alongside community, and create pathways that honour Indigenous knowledge. Philanthropy, Our Way argues that true impact cannot be achieved while donor agendas are prioritised over Indigenous self-determination.
Sneak peek at the Philanthropy Australia Conference 2026 program
Fri, 29 May 2026
As Conference 2026 draws near, the excitement is building and the full program is taking shape. With just over a week until June 5 when Early Bird registrations close, here’s a sneak peek at the powerful topics, fresh ideas and inspiring insights in to how we can mobilise generosity and shape the future of giving in Australia.
The Giving Academy changed how this NFP CEO thinks about philanthropy
Thu, 14 May 2026
Stepping into a CEO role is never simple. And in the not-for-profit sector, the challenges are distinct. For Amy Low, taking the top role at a high-profile social enterprise brought a steep learning curve, particularly in navigating philanthropy.
Community Foundations Australia appoints Co-CEOs to lead next phase of growth
Thu, 14 May 2026
Community Foundations Australia (CFAus) has appointed Georgia Mathews and Dylan Smith as Co-CEOs, marking a significant leadership transition as the organisation enters its next phase.
Why the Skoll World Forum is a worthy quest for Australian funders
Darrell Wade
Thu, 14 May 2026
Skoll World Forum is an annual conference at Oxford University each April, hosted by Oxford University’s SAID Business School. It is part intellectual examination of best practice philanthropy and social enterprise, part practical meeting point for practitioners who like to go deep on what works and why.
State of Philanthropy Insights Series starts bold new conversation for Giving
Thu, 14 May 2026
Over the past two weeks, Philanthropy Australia’s State of Philanthropy Insights Series travelled the country, convening more than 800 people at 18 events across eight cities. Alongside Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, we launched our new strategy – Mobilising Generosity, Shaping the Future – and started a bold new conversation about giving in this country.
